What we’re about
Welcome to Smart Nights, Cold Pints!
This group is for curious Calgarians and visitors who love good conversation, great company, and cold craft drinks.
We’re the official community for TapTalks: Calgary’s new live event series featuring one-hour talks from some of Canada’s smartest minds, hosted in the city’s best breweries, cafés, and unique local spots.
Whether you’re looking to meet locals, learn something new, or just enjoy a thought-provoking evening over a drink, you’ll fit right in. Perfect for lifelong learners, social butterflies, brewery explorers, and anyone who values authentic, engaging conversation.
TapTalks Topics Include:
“Why Horror Music Scares Us — A Scientific Deep Dive”
“Forever Young? What Science Says About Longevity"
"Could Psychedelics Transform Psychiatric Care?"
"The History Of Led Zepplin"
So come out, sip something local, and connect with others who love ideas and great vibes.
Let’s make Calgary a little smarter, and a lot more social.
Talk soon!
Upcoming events (2)
See all- TapTalks: Could Psychedelics Transform Psychiatric Care?Best of kin , Calgary , AB
BYOT (Buy Your Own Ticket): https://www.showpass.com/taptalks-could-psychedelics-transform-psychiatric-care-conn3/
*Tickets available at Showpass.com*
TapTalks Calgary: Could Psychedelics Transform Psychiatric Care?
With Dr. Leah Mayo | Wednesday, July 30, 2025 | Best of Kin Social
Curious about the future of mental health treatment? Join leading neuroscientist and psychedelic researcher Dr. Leah Mayo for an eye-opening TapTalk exploring how psychedelic-assisted therapy could revolutionize psychiatric care. Held at Best of Kin Social in Calgary, this one-hour, in-person talk is ideal for anyone passionate about neuroscience, psychology, or the evolving world of medical psychedelics.
From MDMA-assisted therapy for PTSD to psilocybin’s impact on treatment-resistant depression, Dr. Mayo will unpack the clinical science, neuroimaging breakthroughs, and the real-world challenges of bringing psychedelics into mainstream mental health care.
Whether you're a clinician, student, researcher, or just deeply curious about the intersection of science and healing, this evening offers the chance to learn from one of Canada’s most respected voices in psychedelic medicine.
What You’ll Learn:- How MDMA and psilocybin are being used in clinical trials for PTSD, anxiety, and depression
- What brain scans tell us about psychedelics and emotional healing
- Why some patients respond when traditional medications fail
- The ethical questions and safety concerns researchers face
- What it will take to integrate psychedelics into standard psychiatric treatment
About the Speaker:
Dr. Leah Mayo- Parker Psychedelic Research Chair, Hotchkiss Brain Institute
- Professor, University of Calgary
- Global leader in stress neuroscience & psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy
- Specializes in translational research on MDMA & psilocybin in mental health care
Event Schedule:
Venue: Best of Kin Social, Calgary AB
Date: Wednesday, July 30, 2025
Time: 8:00–9:00 PM MDT (doors at 7:30)- 7:00 PM – Doors open: find a seat, grab food & drinks (avoid a line by arriving early)
- 7:55 PM – Speaker introduction
- 8:00 PM – Lecture begins
- 8:45 PM – Audience Q&A
- 9:00 PM – Lecture ends, mingle, enjoy some more drinks, chat with the speaker 1 on 1 if you can!
- 9:30 PM – Wrap up.
- TapTalks | Forever Young? Human Longevity What to Expect Next?Born Brewing Co., Calgary, AB
BYOT (Buy Your Own Ticket)
* Tickets Available at Showpass.com: https://www.showpass.com/taptalks-forever-young-human-longevity-through-the-ages-and-what-to-expect-next/### Why do we age, and can we do anything to stop it?
Join molecular biologist Dr. Karl T. Riabowol for a thought-provoking journey through the history, science, and future of human longevity. From ancient myths to cutting-edge biotech, this TapTalk dives into the cellular and genetic processes behind aging and explores emerging interventions like senolytics, gene editing, and anti-aging molecules.
Expect an eye-opening conversation about how science is redefining what it means to grow old — and what might be possible in the decades ahead.Whether you’re curious about the science, concerned about aging, or just want to live longer and better, this talk will challenge how you think about time.
### About the Speaker
Dr. Karl T. Riabowol
- Professor of Biochemistry & Molecular Biology, University of Calgary
- Member of the Arnie Charbonneau Cancer Institute & Alberta Children’s Hospital Research Institute
- Over 30 years of research into tumor suppression, senescence, and healthy aging
### Agenda
- 6:30 PM – Doors open: find a seat, grab food & drinks (avoid a line by arriving early)
- 6:55 PM – Speaker introduction
- 7:00 PM – Lecture begins
- 7:45 PM – Audience Q&A
- 8:00 PM – Lecture ends, mingle, enjoy some more drinks, chat with the speaker 1 on 1 if you can!
- 8:30 PM – Wrap up.
What are TapTalks Events?
TapTalks is a curated speaker series hosted at local breweries and distilleries, where experts, academics, and thought leaders deliver engaging, TED-style talks in a relaxed, social setting. With topics spanning science, psychology, culture, tech, and more, each TapTalk is designed to spark curiosity, conversation, and community, all over a drink with friends and family.
